35 Advising/Counseling/Support jobs

Responsible for overall supervision of residential summer program for pre-college high school students.  Leader of a team of tutor counselors and responsible for providing direction to the program participants for six weeks during the summer and while students living in a dormitory setting.  Responsible for designing and coordinating activities in the dorm and with the staff at the university where the program is housed.  Coordinates services with the UMBS program instructors, program counselors, and other administrative staff. 

The Advisor assists prospective and active students in the College's Adult Development and Literacy Education programs to assess their instructional needs and choose appropriate classes.

  Disabled Students Programs and Services   The District’s goal as an academic community is to sustain a working environment that is welcoming to all, fosters and celebrates diversity, and promotes and rewards excellence. An exemplary academic community promotes an inclusive environment that best prepares our faculty, staff and students to live, work, and contribute to a global society. This position is a short-term, hourly, non-bargaining unit position, not to exceed 160 days per Fiscal Year. This advertisement is to create a pool of applications to be used when there is an available opening as a (Sign Language) Interpreter I-V. You will be contacted should the hiring department/division be interested in scheduling an interview with you to discuss your qualifications and skills. Please do not call the Human Resources Office regarding the status of your application. The most current status of all applications will be available for you to view on our website. This position is open until filled or withdrawn. Positions in this classification interpret and transliterate using American Sign Language/signed English for deaf and hard of hearing students registered with Special Services (DSPS) in classes, academic activities and college events. To perform interpreting services and activities for deaf and hard of hearing students, faculty and staff; to serve as a liaison between the hearing impaired and hearing communities; and to perform a variety of duties relative to assigned area of responsibility. Nationally certified interpreters (RID/NAD IV or higher) are encouraged to apply and will be exempt from a testing process.

  Job Title: Clinical Placement Specialist/Academic Internship Specialist Job ID: 21890 Location: CUNY School of Professional Studies Full/Part Time: Full-Time Regular/Temporary: Regular POSITION DETAILS The CUNY School of Professional Studies (CUNY SPS) provides online and on campus degree and certificate programs that meet the needs of adults who are looking to finish or transition into a bachelor’s degree, earn a master’s degree or certificate in a specialized field, advance in the workplace, or change careers. Home to the first fully online degree programs at the City University of New York, CUNY SPS offers fully accredited degree and certificate programs for students who want the flexibility and convenience of online education. CUNY SPS was ranked in the top 5% in the Nation in U.S. News & World Report’s list of the 2020 Best Online Bachelor’s Degree Programs. Drawing on CUNY's nationally and internationally renowned faculty and practitioners, as well as industry and education partners, the School's programs provide opportunities for personal growth, job mobility, greater civic participation, and new ways to advance knowledge. Reporting to the Academic Director of Health Information Management (HIM) and Health Services Administration (HAS) BS degree programs, the Clinical Placement Specialist, in addition to the CUNY Title Overview, will be responsible for but not limited to the following: Coordinate all student-placements needed each semester; Submit requisite paperwork to clinical facilities for students’ participation on a timely basis; Liaise with HIM professionals in hospitals and clinics to coordinate clinical placements via email, online application, phone and/or in person; Research, identify and track all facility requirements at each clinical placement site and communicate these requirements to students in a timely and responsive manner; Communicate with all HIM students on an ongoing basis to ensure that student records are up to date, send out notifications when requirements are not met, including immunizations, liability insurance, health insurance, criminal background checks and any other required information; Communicate confirmed or changed clinical placement agreements with Academic Director, instructors, program coordinators and students for all Professional Practice Experiences in the HIM program; Monitor affiliation agreements with clinical facilities to ensure that they are current; Liaise with CUNY SPS Counsel regarding affiliation agreement updates and Liability Insurance Certificates; Review student’s clinical clearance documentation in the document management system; Train students regarding clinical clearance process and use of the system; Schedule students to attend mandatory facility orientations and training as needed; Maintain HIPAA & FERPA standards; Manage and maintain all records of facility contacts; attend meetings at clinical partner sites as required; Conduct site visits to clinical sites to confirm that faculty and students are meeting course and facility expectations.   CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW Supports an academic internship program providing career development and professional work experience. Acts as liaison between the College and employer sponsors, monitoring the success of students' internship experiences Supervises student internships, assuring adherence to related College and governmental policies and regulations Creates and conducts orientation sessions and workshops for students in the internship program; coordinates applications, interviews, and placement as part of overall student outreach Provides faculty orientation and development related to internship programs Implements and evaluates competencies and other success factors Performs related duties as assigned.  

  The University of Pittsburgh at Bradford is seeking a dynamic, student-centered leader who is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, dedicated to support the whole student, and increase student’s global awareness through student government and leadership development as the Director of Student Engagement and Assessment.   Duties:  Provide leadership and direction using an equity lens to advance the university’s goals of student success and retention through co-curricular experiential education. This professional position is responsible for applying knowledge of student development theory and best practices in developing strategies and mechanisms to monitor and enhance student engagement outside the classroom, assessing and analyzing involvement in relation to student satisfaction and student success, and initiating recommendations for creating more effective student involvement. The director also is responsible for coordinating the Student Affairs division’s outside-the-classroom curriculum and must work collaboratively with Student Affairs staff, student organizations, faculty and administrators to effectively administer a co-curricular program.

Job no: 499378 Work type: Full-time Location: North Lake Work Schedule: Monday-Friday (8:00-5:00) Working Title Senior Academic Advisor-Pathways Job Title Code CL2 Salary Level $3,583.33 mo. - $4,120.83 mo. (dependent on experience and other considerations) Salary Range (Full-Time) N04 Hourly Rate (Part-Time) $20.67 per hour Business Travel N/A FLSA Non-Exempt Position Type Staff Position Summary Responsible for providing educational guidance and assistance for students or potential students by planning schedules, recommending courses and determining appropriate education solutions.  Design and administer appropriate programs, services and activities to assist students with academic advising, career planning, articulation and other related services. Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge and understanding of college organizations, organizational goals, policies, and procedures.  Ability to represent the District with regards to undergraduate programs, degree requirements, and general student advisement.  Expertise in advising students.  Knowledge of various departmental and course requirements, academic student support services, extracurricular resources and activities, personnel policy and procedures and FERPA.  Ability to analyze course prerequisites, certification, curriculum and graduation requirements.  Knowledge of academic standards governing student probation, suspension, and/or expulsion. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships supporting a diverse environment and working with academic departments, faculty, staff, students, and the local community.  Ability to work well and provide high-quality support and customer service in a multi-cultural environment with students, faculty, and staff.  Ability to deal extensively and effectively with a wide variety of individuals requiring excellent interpersonal skills, listening skills, and communication skills in order to convince, influence, and direct students as it relates to their academic goals.  Ability to abide by the ethical standards and guidelines for academic advising.  Possess strong organizational skills to prioritize workload and provide advisement to assigned students in a timely manner.  Ability to effectively present information one-on-one and in small groups.  Ability to work a flexible schedule including days, evenings, and some weekend assignments.  Must have strong written and oral communication skills, along with effective listening and interpretative skills, in order to clearly communicate information and ideas. Physical Requirements Normal physical job functions performed within a standard office environment.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with physical challenges to perform the essential duties and responsibilities. Minimum Knowledge and Experience Bachelor’s degree in related field plus four (4) years of related work experience.   Official transcripts will be required.  Ability to work extended hours beyond the regular 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. work day during heavy registration peak times. *** Will be subject to a criminal background check.  Some positions may be subject to a fingerprint check. *** Essential Duties and Responsibilities Responsible for providing professional guidance, consultation, and expertise related to the DCCCD Career Pathways program.  Assist students with the exploration of career pathways by assessing their academic needs and career goals; intervenes, if necessary, as students navigate their academic curriculum at DCCCD.   Advises students on academic core, certificates and transfer programs by providing transfer information and/or making campus and community referrals.  Engage in career planning that supports the student’s career interests leading to completion/graduation.  Acts as case manager to students, from enrollment to completion/graduation, utilizing and interpreting available data, reports, tracking assessment, and communication technologies to develop and implement proactive advising strategies to promote student retention.  Collect, organize, compile and study occupational, educational, and economic information to assist students in determining and carrying out vocational and educational objectives to better prepare them for success in a rapidly changing global environment.  Maintains constant interaction and follow-up with students adhering to strict student confidentiality guidelines.  May provide services to special populations.  Engage in basic career planning conversations with students by providing structured onboarding with clear and actionable information needed to jump start academic success including matching student career interests to courses/degree pathway.  Work collaboratively, as part of a cross-functional team of faculty, staff and administrators, within the students chosen career pathway, to monitor student’s progress and early alert programs.  Evaluate and interpret high school/college transcripts and test scores by performing records management review to include degree/certificate audits, transfer equivalencies and course substitutions as approved by the academic department.  Provides recruitment and community outreach, as well as information/referrals to available social services.  Collaborate in onboarding and training of advising programs.  Adhere and keep up-to-date on DCCCD policies and procedures for admissions, enrollment, and completion of a degree pathway.  Ability to work under conditions of high stress and high volume during peak periods. Strong interpersonal and problem solving skills.  Utilizes effective listening and interpretative skills to identify needs and requirements and develop successful solutions.  Must be able to provide a high level of customer service.  Maintains constant interaction and follow-up with students via face-to-face, phone, email, etc. No budget or supervisory responsibilities, however position may provide guidance and direction to clerical staff and/or part-time advisors in the absence of Director.  Performs other duties as assigned.  The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position.  Incumbents may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Position requires regular and predictable attendance. Advertised: 03 Mar 2020 Central Standard Time Applications close: 24 Mar 2020 11:55 PM Central Daylight Time

Job no: 499120 Work type: Full-time Location: Bill J. Priest Work Schedule: Monday-Friday (8:00-5:00) Job Title Code DAJ Salary Level N05 Salary Range (Full-Time) $4,416.67 mo. - $5,079.17 mo. (dependent on experience and other considerations)   Business Travel N/A FLSA Exempt Position Type Staff Position Summary Provide professional business and management advising in the areas of general business, and accounting to existing or start-up small businesses.  Plan, coordinate, and market training seminars, workshops, conferences, and special training projects for the Small Business Development Center. Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Ability to provide professional business advising and counseling services to pre-venture, early stage and growth companies in areas such as financial modeling, financial analysis and budgeting, capital formation, marketing and business plan development.  Knowledge of college policies and procedures.  Ability to analyze and synthesize information in  a concise manner and make recommendations to resolve issues.  Knowledge of methods and procedures used in starting or expanding a business.  Knowledge of business models to help clients in various stages of their business.  Ensures business compliance with laws, codes and regulations as they apply to business development and expansion.  Ability to cultivates and maintain constructive relationships with a variety of key internal and external stakeholders.  Ability to coordinate and direct business assistance programs, recommend and implement goals and objectives for providing business support services.  Experience writing business plans, conducting industry research and knowledge of small business licenses and permits.  Experience gathering and documenting business requirements, while making informative decisions utilizing research and technology.  Ability to adapt to changing technologies and learn functionality of new equipment and systems.  Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information.  Mush have excellent organizational, time management, priority and interpersonal skills to be successful and support the goals of the department.  Knowledge of budget management and marketing principles.  Must have strong strategic and project planning, business development and risk management experience.  Demonstrated proficiency integrating new and emerging technology to improve service delivery quality and efficiency.  Ability to prepare reports and give presentations, using effective judgement and tact.  Strong verbal and communication skills.  Must have excellent customer service experience.  Physical Requirements Normal physical job functions performed within a standard office environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with physical challenges to perform the essential duties and responsibilities. Minimum Knowledge and Experience Bachelor’s degree or higher and three (3) years of experience in business management and counseling.  Official transcripts will be required.  *** Will be subject to a criminal background check.  Some positions may be subject to a fingerprint check. *** Essential Duties and Responsibilities Provides one-on-one confidential consulting to current and potential small business owners.  Provide professional business and management advising in the areas of general business, financing, marketing and business planning to existing or start up small business.  Coordinate and market training seminars, workshops, conferences, and special training projects for the Small Business Development Center (SBDC).  Manage logistics for all events.  Assist in solving contemporary marketing problems and issues.  Work with established businesses in addressing their changing business management needs.  Develops a client database, establishes a reporting system, and generates narrative and statistical reports on the activities and progress of the clients.  Instruct and coach beginning enterprises whose knowledge of the business arena may be in the early stages of development.  Assist companies to improve sales management processes or advise on financial accounting and reporting procedures.  Assists the director with strategic plans designed to promote the growth of the program.  Facilitates seminars and assist in marketing the program through speaking to outside groups.  Must complete required DCCCD Professional Development training hours per academic year.  Provides effective customer service and communication to help SBDC clients sign up for SBDC services.  Must have excellent communication skills and the ability to interact with diverse internal/external stakeholders and constituents within the DCCCD community network.  Performs other duties as assigned. The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position.  Incumbents may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Position requires regular and predictable attendance.   Advertised: 28 Feb 2020 Central Standard Time Applications close: 13 Mar 2020 11:55 PM Central Daylight Time

  Senior Associate Dean for Faculty and Students www.cuanschutz.edu Aurora, CO The University of Colorado, College of Nursing is seeking an exceptional faculty leader to serve as the Senior Associate Dean for Faculty and Students. This administrative faculty appointment serves as the senior administrator overseeing the College's faculty and student development and success. The Senior Associate Dean is responsible for ensuring that faculty and student activities are conducted in an efficient and ethical manner, consistent with the rules and regulations of the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus. Reporting directly to the Dean of the College of Nursing, the Senior Associate Dean for Faculty and Students works collaboratively with other members of the Dean's Council, faculty and staff. The ideal candidate would be qualified to hold a faculty appointment at the rank of Professor with tenure. Responsibilities of the Position Strategic and Administrative Leadership Faculty and Student Development Faculty and Student Recruitment/Admissions Diversity and Inclusion The University: The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a public education, clinical and research facility serving 4,500 students, and a world-class medical destination at the forefront of life-changing science, medicine, and healthcare. At the University of Colorado Anschutz College of Nursing, students learn in an environment that is steeped in history and driven by the future. With 17 programs , 4 nurse-led practices in 9 locations and two major Colorado hospitals on the Rocky Mountain Region's largest academic medical campus, the college offers career paths that fit diverse goals. CU Nursing baccalaureate , master's and doctoral students learn with state-of-the art technology and advanced learning methods on the world-class Anschutz Medical Campus. The offerings include traditional, online and accelerated programs and continuing education. The birthplace of the nurse practitioner program, CU Nursing boasts a reputation as a leader and pioneer in nursing education.  

Associate Dean of Students Montana State University Brief Position Overview The Office of the Dean of Students is searching for a dynamic and experienced student affairs professional to join our leadership team. Associate Dean of Students for Student Conduct is a key member of our staff and leads the University's Student Conduct program. The Associate Dean works daily with other important departments on campus including the Department of Residence Life, Athletics, University Police and Title IX. The University's student conduct program at Montana State University has changed significantly in the past four academic years, and this position will allow the successful candidate to help further develop and enhance the program for the future. Department: Dean of Students Salary: Starting at $65,000 per year, commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications. Applications will be: Screening of applications will begin on March 4, 2020; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established. Diversity Statement Montana State University values diverse perspectives and is committed to continually supporting, promoting and building an inclusive and culturally diverse campus environment. MSU recognizes the importance of work-life integration and strives to be responsive to the needs of dual career couples. Montana State University is committed to providing a working and learning environment free from discrimination. As such, the University does not discriminate in the admission, access to or conduct of its educational programs and activities nor in its employment policies and practices on the basis of an individual's race, color, religion, national origin, creed, service in the uniformed services (as defined in state and federal law), veteran's status, sex, age, political ideas, marital or family status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation. In support of the University's mission to be inclusive and diverse, applications from qualified minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are highly encouraged.

Position Information   Job Title Academic Advising Director Job Description Job Summary: The Academic Advising Director directs and oversees College-wide processes and procedures related to academic advising. The Director manages a centralized advising system that serves as the training and development hub for all academic advisors. This position plans, develops, and manages College-wide advising policies and integrates transactional and transformational advising methods into consistent workplace practices for academic advisors across various departments and programs. This position reports directly to the Associate Provost for Academic Administration. Location Los Angeles, CA (Westchester) Essential Duties Summary Responsibilities: • Directs the coordination, design, and overall management of a campus-wide, web-based advising system to improve student persistence and degree completion. Develops short and long term plans and strategies that ensure efficient online appointments/calendaring, accurate shared advisor notes, electronic referrals, degree mapping, and early alerts for students identified as having academic difficulties. • Serves on College committees, task forces, and various departmental meetings pertaining to academic advising. Acts as a key resource for faculty and administrators and interprets policies related to academic advising. Develops policies, procedures, and information systems for proper academic advising and makes policy or procedural exceptions as appropriate. Chairs forums and meetings to facilitate the flow of appropriate information across campus. • Oversees all transactional advising (i.e., tracking statistics, file documentation, academic planning, and program assessment.) Identifies any technical problems and implements appropriate solutions. Understands and monitors institutional benchmarks and supports student persistence initiatives and efforts. • Directly or indirectly manages individuals conducting academic advising functions. Recruits, screens, hires, and trains direct advising staff. Counsels, disciplines, and/or terminates employees as required. Assesses workflow priorities and delegates work assignments accordingly. Reviews work of subordinates to ensure quality and accuracy. Ensures staff are informed of changes and updates. Approves professional training and development opportunities for staff. • Advises individual students identified as on-track to ensure timely degree completion. Helps off-track students assess problems underlying academic difficulties and refers them to the appropriate department for further support and/or counseling. Meets with students to set goals and develop action plans for academic success. • Meets with student groups on an ongoing basis to build rapport and assist students in understanding policies, rules governing exceptions, and required academic documentation. Provides proactive and timely outreach, referrals, and interventions within the student population through a variety of communication methods. • Maintains currency on College policies and accreditation requirements on aspects related to curricula, sequencing, academic statuses, academic eligibility, and exceptions to registration regulations. Provides guidance to academic advisors, faculty, and departmental staff (whenever appropriate,) in partnership with Registration and the Provost’s Office. • Oversees the design, implementation, and analysis of assessment tools and collected data that identify processes and improve procedures that advance the College’s advising efforts. Monitors changes in the educational system and recommends related policy/procedural changes to the Associate Provost as needed. • Develops and implements in collaboration with the Academic Mentoring Coordinator comprehensive faculty training programs on the latest best practices related to student advising. • Plans, develops, and manages a budget to determine fiscal priorities and allocates funds accordingly. Approves or disapproves expenditures. Monitors budget performance and corrects variances as needed. Provides financial analyses, projections, and reports to support budget development and management. • Performs other related duties as assigned. Must be responsive to work-related phone calls and emails during non-business hours on occasion. Required Qualifications Qualifications: A minimum of 5 years’ experience as an academic advisor in an accredited higher education setting is required. Bachelor’s Degree required; Master’s Degree in Student Development or Higher Education preferred. Managerial experience in a college/university setting highly desired. Individuals experienced using complex computer systems and working with multi-cultural perspectives is strongly preferred. Other required qualifications include: demonstrated knowledge of and experience implementing best practices in academic advising; demonstrated experience in program development, evaluation, fiscal management. Individual must have excellent written and oral communication skills, a proven ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with faculty and staff, familiarity with and ability to use technology in the everyday work environment as well as to facilitate the academic advising experience, and the ability to work well without close supervision, meet deadlines and handle confidential information in a professional manner. Preferred Qualifications   Physical Demands   Special Conditions for Eligibility   EEO Statement Otis College of Art and Design is an Equal Opportunity employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, physical disability, mental disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic which may be specified by law or college policy.  

Director of Academic Success and Bar Passage (Assistant/Associate Professor of Lawyering Skills) PENN STATE UNIVERSITY'S DICKINSON LAW invites applications for a Director of Academic Success and Bar Passage at the rank of Assistant /Associate Professor of Lawyering Skills, a 48-week, tenure-track position expected to begin July 1, 2020. We welcome candidates with outstanding academic credentials, practice experience, and/or judicial clerkship experience. Dickinson Law strongly encourages applicants who would enrich the diversity of our academic community to apply. To learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion throughout the university, see: Penn State Statement on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at http://equity.psu.edu/psu-diversity-statement . The Director of Academic Success and Bar Passage will work as part of the Office of Academic and Student Services to train law students for the rigor of law school, the bar exam, and the practice of law. The Director will report to the Associate Dean for Academic and Student Services and work closely with all faculty and staff to enhance the learning and study skills of all students, with an emphasis on at-risk students. The Director will develop and present academic success and bar exam preparation workshops; teach and support substantive bar-preparation courses and/or courses that provide academic and law-specific skill development; and provide individual counseling throughout law school and preparation for the bar exam. The Director is expected to engage in the following administrative and faculty duties: Collaborate with the Associate Dean for Academic and Student Services in developing and administering an academic success and bar exam preparation program. This includes organizing and presenting specialized materials, workshops, and programs for students and faculty, including summer bar success programming and orientation workshops; Teach substantive bar-preparation courses and support courses that provide academic and law-specific skill development; Attend and present at appropriate conferences, workshops, and seminars in the field of academic success and bar exam preparation, as well as legal education and pedagogy; Research and keep abreast of the latest developments in academic success pedagogy, learning theories, technologies, and scholarly literature; Publish scholarship appropriate for faculty in the academic success and bar exam preparation field; Meet individually with students to identify areas in need of improvement and to develop plans based on each student's specific needs and abilities. Provide in-depth feedback and instruction on areas such as analytical writing skills, time management, and other skills that assist law students in achieving a high level of academic performance; Collect, analyze, and interpret both hard and narrative data relating to students' pre-law school academic background, law school performance, and bar passage. Participate in relevant ABA and other reporting requirements; Support and counsel graduates re-taking the bar exam to develop effective strategies to ensure success; Serve as the liaison to and manage the relationships with all commercial bar preparation companies; Track and report information regarding bar passage and serve on faculty committees as assigned by the Dean and/or Associate Dean; Provide service to the law school and the University; and Perform other duties as assigned by the Dean and/or Associate Dean.

Success Coach, Support & Empowerment Program Application will not be considered until ALL required documents are received. ***POSITION OPEN UNTIL FILLED*** *Position contingent upon grant funding.* Division: Student Success Salary Group: Exempt Class Range: PS-B Annual Salary: Minimum $40,872 + $5,000 yearly stipend for grant duties. Position Posted: November 25, 2019. General Position Description LOOKING FOR INDIVIDUALS WHO EXEMPLIFY OUR COLLEGE VALUES: Communications: We will be open and courageous in our communication with students and with one another. We will communicate decisions and the reasons for them. Excellence: We will strive for excellence in all that we do. We will actively plan for the future, seeking new and innovative ways to accomplish our mission. Inclusiveness: We will seek to appreciate and understand our students and each other, actively seeking different viewpoints. We will work to create a welcoming environment where our diverse community of students and employees learn, teach, and work together. Integrity: We will work with the highest level of integrity, taking responsibility for all of our actions. We will tell the truth and seek to be fair in our decision-making and actions. People: We will be honest, humble, respectful, and gracious to our students and to each other. We best serve our students, colleagues, and community when we work as a team. GENERAL POSITION DESCRIPTION: Establish an ongoing coaching relationship with Workforce MCC students who qualify for the Support and Empowerment Program, with an overall goal of fostering academic and personal success to increase retention and completion rates of at-risk populations. Plan, administer, measure and report on the impact of services of the Support and Empowerment Program in accordance with grant guidelines. This position receives general supervision from the Associate Director, Completion Center. Project is a grant-funded program and is contingent upon continued grant funding. NOTE: This is a security sensitive position and an appropriate background investigation will be made on applicants being strongly considered for this position. Selection Criteria Knowledge of: (1) Student development theory. (2) Human behavior and performance, individual differences in ability, personality and interests, learning and motivation, assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders, and their applications to students in a community college setting. (3) Evidence-based practices for intervention with at-risk student populations including, but not limited to single parents, low income, individuals experiencing homelessness, individuals with disabilities, veterans, survivors of domestic violence, and individuals with varying immigration status. (4) Pertinent federal, state, and college laws, rules, and regulations. (5) College policies and procedures pertaining to admissions, financial aid, educational program requirements, record keeping (ex: FERPA) and Title IX. (6) Campus and community resources; and how to broker those resources for the needs of students. Skills in: (7) Proficiency with software applications such as Microsoft Office, Prezi, Datatel, Pharos360, TrueDialog and Brightspace. (8) Budgeting and reporting. (9) Effective program development, marketing, and evaluation. (10) Effective methods and techniques of student coaching. (11) Counseling techniques, including but not limited to active listening, exhibiting positive emotional authenticity, calmness under pressure, compassion, empathy, and understanding towards students. Ability to: (12) Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with a variety of individuals. (13) Perform all responsibilities of the position with limited supervision, informing the Associate Director of the Completion Center of major activities, sensitive issues, and progress towards objectives. (14) Prioritize student concerns and issues, and effectively manage a caseload of students. (15) Analyze problems and make decisions with consideration of impact on multiple stakeholders. (16) Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. (17) Prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously. (18) Manage, organize and maintain up-to-date records and files. (19) Interpret and apply college policies, procedures, rules and regulations. (20) Acquire and apply knowledge of resources pertinent to serving at-risk college students. (21) Set goals, assign duties, teach skills, and direct others toward meeting program goals. Working Conditions Desk work; occasional field trips e.g. for college or program activities. Insignificant effort other than normal movement. Minimal Hazard/Exposure: Standard office setting. At least minimal environmental controls to assure health and comfort. Benefits Health Insurance, retirement plan, sick leave, vacation, holidays. Eligible employees and dependents may take college courses tuition free. Participation in Medicare Part A, but not Social Security (FICA).  MCC provides equal opportunities to all individuals and does not discriminate against any individual regardless of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender, disability, age, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, or other legally protected category in its educational programs, activities, or employment. http://www.mclennan.edu/employees/policy-manual/docs/E-XXXIV.pdf When inquiring or applying for this job opening, please also reference AcademicCareers.com Applicants with dual-career considerations can find university jobs such as professor jobs, dean jobs, chair / department head jobs, and other faculty jobs and employment opportunities at McLennan Community College and at other institutions of higher education in the region on www.AcademicCareers.com

An approachable, analytical and conscientious team player to provide direct assistance to the Dean of Student Development by serving as an advisor and aide to Parker University students.  The primary responsibility is to provide special assistance to students with special accommodation as needed.   WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING: Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Assist with proctoring exams in the Testing Center for students with special accommodations. Assist with providing any needed accommodations to allow students to function in the classroom/lab environment. Assist in converting print materials to alternate formats for accessibility. Work with an assigned caseload of Parker students, providing high-touch individualized support toward academic, social, leadership, and life skills development. Develop a personal, collaborative relationship with assigned students and provide individualized guidance and ongoing feedback. Assist in the implementation of action plans to achieve student-defined success. Work with other campus faculty and staff to support student success initiatives; Assist students in developing decision-making skills. Support students in honing time management skills to better utilize time, prioritize commitments and meet deadlines. Assist with processes involved with the Disability Services determination process. Provide support for all functions of the Department of Student Affairs. Serve on College committees as assigned.

The Project Assistant Director will report to the D’Youville College Upward Bound Project Director.  D’Youville College Upward Bound is a year-round educational opportunity and pre-college support program for qualifying students from the International Preparatory School.  The mission of the Upward Bound program is to increase the number of at-risk students who enroll and succeed in post-secondary education.  Upward Bound focuses on increasing educational attainment for economically disadvantaged, first generation, traditionally underrepresented students and families through services and solutions that increase academic skills proficiency, promote grade level achievement/ high school graduation/post-secondary education, economic self-sufficiency, and financial literacy.  In this capacity, the Program Director will have responsibility for program services implementation, facilitation, participant management, data collection and assisting the Project Director in staff administration and with project evaluation.   Specific Duties : Coordination of academic support services, college access and post-secondary preparation. Assist the Project Director in planning, coordination and administration of academic support services, college access and post-secondary preparation.  Public school collaboration as the in school D’Youville College liaison to the International Preparatory School and Leonardo Da Vinci. Case Management for participants’ academic, personal and career counseling and mentoring. Administration of participant recruitment and application evaluation process. Organization and maintenance of program and participant data (including, but not limited to, academic , attendance, participation and retention records, contact logs & counseling statements). Coordination, scheduling and participation in program special events and field experiences. Effectively maintain Individual Service Plans and Academic Progress Plans and supervise implementation of services by program staff. Provide assistance to the Project Director in staff recruitment, training, scheduling and evaluation. Provide assistance to the Project Director in internal and external program data collection and evaluation.  Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities : Knowledge of academic advising and college, career, financial aid and economic literacy activities and services for low-income and potential first generation college students. Knowledge of academic advising and college, career, financial aid and economic literacy activities and services for low-income and potential first generation college students.  Knowledge of personal and career counseling within the social work practice. Ability to perform recruitment presentations. Ability to review, analyze, and evaluate program applications.  Ability to effectively maintain a caseload of Project Participants and provide them with services and activities as indicated on their Individual Service Plans and Academic Progress Plans. Knowledge of basic computer skills including Office software.  Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing. Exceptional interpersonal, counseling, communication, organization and facilitation skills.  Ability to assist the PD in supervising and evaluating the work of others. Ability to assist PD in collecting and analyzing data and conducting internal Project evaluations (formative and summative). Knowledge of barriers to postsecondary education faced by low income and potential first generation college youth in the target area. Master’s Degree in in education, counseling, social work, or public/business administration from an accredited college or university. Minimum of one (1) – two  (2) years experience in the areas of staff supervision; program development and evaluation.  Minimum of two (2) – three (3) years of appropriate and relevant professional experience working in a TRIO federal program or similar program/project with disadvantaged and at-risk students, experience coordinating and supervising project programming and field experiences, experience advising and assisting students with the college admissions and financial aid process, professional or personal experiences in overcoming barriers similar to those confronting Project Participants. Terms and Conditions of Service: The position of project assistant director is subject to grant funding. 

The Staff Counselor/ Psychologist provides multi-culturally attuned clinical counseling services (i.e., therapy, assessment, crisis management, consultation, and outreach) to undergraduate and graduate students at Otis College. The Staff Counselor/Psychologist works collaboratively with the Counseling Director and Student Health & Wellness Center staff to facilitate and support overall student wellness and success. The ideal candidate is passionate about working with a diverse creative student population and takes a collaborative approach to working with students and colleagues. This position is either 11 or 12 months and includes a staggered work schedule. For example, 2-3 days per week, schedule may alternate from typical business hours (8:30am-5:00pm) to an alternate schedule (e.g., 11:30am-7:00pm). Some weekend hours may apply. This position reports directly to the Student Health & Wellness Center Counseling Director.

Job Summary: The Staff Counselor (Per Diem) provides multi-culturally attuned clinical counseling services (i.e., therapy, assessment and crisis management) to undergraduate and graduate students at Otis College. The Staff Counselor per diem works collaboratively with the Interim Counseling Director and Student Health & Wellness Center staff to facilitate and support overall student wellness and success. This position reports directly to the Interim Counseling Director. The ideal candidate is passionate about working with a diverse creative student population and takes a collaborative approach to working with students and colleagues. The Staff Counselor should feel confident working independently and with a group. Expertise in working with international students is a strong plus. This is a part-time, non-exempt, fixed-term, role working from September – December 2019. The ideal candidate is able to work 15-20 hours per week. Our hours of operation are Monday - Friday 8:30AM - 5:00PM. The position reports directly to the Counseling Director.

Job no: 499322 Work type: Full-time Location: Mountain View Work Schedule: Various Shifts (40 hours per week - some nights & weekends) Job Title Code TK8 Salary Level N03 Salary Range (Full-Time) $3,000.00 mo. - $3,450.00 mo. (dependent on experience and other considerations)   FLSA Non-Exempt Position Type Staff Position Summary Responsible for providing educational guidance to a specific assigned student case load associated with academic advising/planning, articulation, career planning and other related services.   Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Experience in student development and/or academic advising.  Knowledge of District policies and procedures, academic requirements, campus resources, student life and support services.  Ability to analyze course prerequisites, certification, curriculum, graduation requirements and evaluate student transcripts or records.  The ability to identify student needs for support services to determine and make appropriate referrals, and maintain strict student confidentiality.  Knowledge of academic standards governing student probation, suspension. and/or expulsion.  Ability to initiate, establish, and foster a diverse environment by maintaining a positive, cooperative, productive workforce atmosphere with the ability to maintain effective working relationships with individuals from various cultural backgrounds.  Ability to act as an advocate for the student and the District.  Analyze complex situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.  Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to set own priorities to coordinate multiple assignments with fluctuating and time-sensitive deadlines.  Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively and diplomatically with students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds.  Physical Requirements Normal physical job functions performed within a standard office environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with physical challenges to perform the essential duties and responsibilities. Minimum Knowledge and Experience Associate’s degree in related field plus two (2) years of related work experience. Ability to work extended hours beyond the regular 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. work day during heavy registration peak times. Official transcripts will be required. *** Will be subject to a criminal background check. Some positions may be subject to a fingerprint check. *** Preferred Skills/Additional Requirements Academic Advising experience, preferably in a Community College setting. Professional presentation experience and publication in the field. Familiar with Microsoft Office Suite, Case management experience. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.   Essential Duties and Responsibilities Provides academic advisement and planning to students or potential students using a variety of resources by DCCCD and other colleges, universities and related organizations. Advising of students may be inclusive of one-on-one interaction with students as well as online advising.  Provide advisement to a specific student caseload such as TSI failed students, probation (Level 1 & 2) students and to student athletes, etc. Maintains constant interaction and follow-up with students and maintains all relevant record keeping and tracking.  Adheres to strict student confidentiality guidelines.  Maintains effective working relationships within the assigned area including faculty, department chairs, deans, staff, and students.  Trains faculty, staff, and students on specific rules and regulations and institutional policies related to the area assigned (TSI, probation/suspension, retention, transfer, athletes, etc.).  Coordinates a variety of departmental activities, requisition relevant resources, plan and implement special projects.  Capable of assessing situations to determine the importance, urgency, and risks, and make clear decisions which are timely and in the best interests of the student and organization.  Responsible for the actual registration, drop/add, and withdrawal functions, including the actual data entry into the registration system for each student advised.  Assists students in assessing academic skills, interpreting assessment results, and in course selection based on those results. Responsible for referring students for actual testing to be administered by the campus testing center.  Excellent oral and written communications skills required as well as interpersonal skills to support interaction with staff and/or students from diverse backgrounds.  Performs other duties as assigned.  The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position.  Incumbents may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Position requires regular and predictable attendance. Advertised: 18 Feb 2020 Central Standard Time Applications close: 5 Mar 2020 11:55 PM Central Standard Time

Lincoln Land Community College is currently accepting applications for the position of Director, Student Success. This position reports to the Assistant Vice President-Student Success and is responsible for planning, developing, implementing and evaluating a comprehensive success coaching and counseling system for all students at LLCC and working with campus and community stakeholders to advance the Office of Student Success. Essential responsibilities of this position include: Develop, implement and assess a comprehensive assigned success coaching program for all students, including time-based interventions. Develop, implement and asses crisis and short-term solutions focused counseling services for students. Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate Student Success staff members. Develop, implement, coordinate and assess an Early Alert program. Implement, coordinate and assess new student orientations. Train and guide Outreach Center Directors and Coordinators to ensure consistent success coaching across the district. Collaborate with other staff members in Student Services and Academic Services to develop college-wide programs which promote student success. Work with campus stakeholders to ensure the Office of Student Success has current information to effectively serve students. Create and maintain cooperative relationships with community mental health, social service and professional organizations. Conduct Student Success workshops and trainings for students, faculty, staff and community members. Consult with the AVP, Student Success, and VP, Student Services on student mental health issues. Collaborate with the AVP, Student Success on fiscal and strategic planning and manage budgets to ensure success of initiatives. Serve as a Success coach on an as needed basis such as peak times. Represent LLCC in appropriate professional organizations, trainings, conferences and on college committees. Develop and approve marketing materials and website.   Salary for this position will be commensurate with education and experience but will be no less than $57,174 per year with an excellent benefit package. 

Job no: 499285 Work type: Full-time Location: El Centro Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00-5:00 (Some nights and weekends) Working Title Senior Academic Advisor-Pathways Job Title Code CL2 Salary Level $3,583.33 mo. - $4,120.83 mo. (dependent on experience and other considerations) Salary Range (Full-Time) N04 Hourly Rate (Part-Time) $20.67 per hour Business Travel N/A FLSA Non-Exempt Position Type Staff Position Summary Responsible for providing educational guidance and assistance for students or potential students by planning schedules, recommending courses and determining appropriate education solutions.  Design and administer appropriate programs, services and activities to assist students with academic advising, career planning, articulation and other related services. Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge and understanding of college organizations, organizational goals, policies, and procedures.  Ability to represent the District with regards to undergraduate programs, degree requirements, and general student advisement.  Expertise in advising students.  Knowledge of various departmental and course requirements, academic student support services, extracurricular resources and activities, personnel policy and procedures and FERPA.  Ability to analyze course prerequisites, certification, curriculum and graduation requirements.  Knowledge of academic standards governing student probation, suspension, and/or expulsion. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships supporting a diverse environment and working with academic departments, faculty, staff, students, and the local community.  Ability to work well and provide high-quality support and customer service in a multi-cultural environment with students, faculty, and staff.  Ability to deal extensively and effectively with a wide variety of individuals requiring excellent interpersonal skills, listening skills, and communication skills in order to convince, influence, and direct students as it relates to their academic goals.  Ability to abide by the ethical standards and guidelines for academic advising.  Possess strong organizational skills to prioritize workload and provide advisement to assigned students in a timely manner.  Ability to effectively present information one-on-one and in small groups.  Ability to work a flexible schedule including days, evenings, and some weekend assignments.  Must have strong written and oral communication skills, along with effective listening and interpretative skills, in order to clearly communicate information and ideas. Physical Requirements Normal physical job functions performed within a standard office environment.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with physical challenges to perform the essential duties and responsibilities. Minimum Knowledge and Experience Bachelor’s degree in related field plus four (4) years of related work experience.   Official transcripts will be required.  Ability to work extended hours beyond the regular 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. work day during heavy registration peak times. *** Will be subject to a criminal background check.  Some positions may be subject to a fingerprint check. ***   Preferred Skills / Additional Requirements: The Senior Academic Advisor - Pathways position serves Continuing Education students and reports to the Office of First Year Experience & Retention (FYER). Preferred skills, include: bilingual fluency in Spanish, Master's degree in related field, one year experience delivering academic advising services at a college or university, and data management/tracking experiences. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Responsible for providing professional guidance, consultation, and expertise related to the DCCCD Career Pathways program.  Assist students with the exploration of career pathways by assessing their academic needs and career goals; intervenes, if necessary, as students navigate their academic curriculum at DCCCD.   Advises students on academic core, certificates and transfer programs by providing transfer information and/or making campus and community referrals.  Engage in career planning that supports the student’s career interests leading to completion/graduation.  Acts as case manager to students, from enrollment to completion/graduation, utilizing and interpreting available data, reports, tracking assessment, and communication technologies to develop and implement proactive advising strategies to promote student retention.  Collect, organize, compile and study occupational, educational, and economic information to assist students in determining and carrying out vocational and educational objectives to better prepare them for success in a rapidly changing global environment.  Maintains constant interaction and follow-up with students adhering to strict student confidentiality guidelines.  May provide services to special populations.  Engage in basic career planning conversations with students by providing structured onboarding with clear and actionable information needed to jump start academic success including matching student career interests to courses/degree pathway.  Work collaboratively, as part of a cross-functional team of faculty, staff and administrators, within the students chosen career pathway, to monitor student’s progress and early alert programs.  Evaluate and interpret high school/college transcripts and test scores by performing records management review to include degree/certificate audits, transfer equivalencies and course substitutions as approved by the academic department.  Provides recruitment and community outreach, as well as information/referrals to available social services.  Collaborate in onboarding and training of advising programs.  Adhere and keep up-to-date on DCCCD policies and procedures for admissions, enrollment, and completion of a degree pathway.  Ability to work under conditions of high stress and high volume during peak periods. Strong interpersonal and problem solving skills.  Utilizes effective listening and interpretative skills to identify needs and requirements and develop successful solutions.  Must be able to provide a high level of customer service.  Maintains constant interaction and follow-up with students via face-to-face, phone, email, etc. No budget or supervisory responsibilities, however position may provide guidance and direction to clerical staff and/or part-time advisors in the absence of Director.  Performs other duties as assigned.  The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position.  Incumbents may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Position requires regular and predictable attendance. Advertised: 31 Jan 2020 Central Standard Time Applications close: 14 Feb 2020 11:55 PM Central Standard Time

Learning Disabilities Specialist Posting Number: F00665 Location: Diablo Valley College Salary: $63,192-$96,972 per year Description of Position: Diablo Valley College is seeking a full time, tenure-track position for a Learning Disabilities Specialist to begin August 2020. The successful applicant will be well qualified to perform LD diagnostic testing, advise students as to their learning needs and appropriate learning strategies. The position may involve some late afternoon and/or evening hours. Inquiries: Please contact David Hagerty, Manager, Disability Support Services at dhagerty@dvc.edu or 925.969.2176 Position Status: Tenure- Track EEO Job Category: Faculty & Other Instructional Staff Employee Group: Full-Time Faculty Department: D4000-Counseling Division Duties and Responsibilities: Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: participate in department and college committees maintenance of current knowledge of subject matter maintenance of appropriate standards of professional conduct and ethics advise students concerning learning disabilities assessment procedures, learning disabilities testing results, recommended services, and academic accommodations provide diagnosis and verification of learning disabilities by administrating and interpreting either the Woodcock-Johnson Battery (WJ-IV), and the Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale-IV ( WAIS -IV) post and maintain regular office hours in accordance with the prevailing policy meet individually with students to discuss their diagnostic testing, learning styles, and academic needs maintain accurate attendance, scholastic, state and federal records for students utilizing computerized scoring and database software counsel students on academic success strategies act as an advocate/liaison between students and faculty members, when appropriate